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    "id": 835278,
    "url": "https://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/835278/?format=api",
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. (Rev.) Waqo",
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    "speaker": {
        "id": 13178,
        "legal_name": "Naomi Jilo Waqo",
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    "content": "This gives a lot of confidence to the petitioner, because by the time you do the petition, some people are worried and do not know what will happen next. However, even if they make that mistake, they then know that the petition will not be thrown away as long as it meets the other requirements. As you go on, you realize that it is also forwarded to the speaker within time and the proper action is taken. Madam Temporary Speaker, what has also excited me is under Clause 5(4)(a), where it states:- “Notwithstanding sub-section (2), the relevant county assembly committee may in considering the petition— invite the petitioner to clarify or submit such further information as the committee may consider necessary;” This is very important, because there is a big difference in putting down something on paper and coming to clarify on different areas and issues. When one is invited, they are given the opportunity to confirm what they have written down. They are also given the opportunity to give input on what they have already put down. The petitioner will be excited to appear before the committee to defend him or herself, and also to clarify on the areas that need clarification. Madam Temporary Speaker, Clause 5(4)(a), is on public hearings, where it states:- “Conduct public hearings with respect to the petition.” These days, the issue of public hearing is very important in our country, because it gives everybody the opportunity to be heard. By allowing others to come and participate, you have then clearly demonstrated to the people that what you are doing or what you are about to do is the right thing. By doing so, everybody will have the freedom to express themselves, say what they want to say and give their input. If it is not relevant, the people will also be given the opportunity to clearly---"
}